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LEXUS LBX … SMALL BUT STYLISH

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LBX is the Lexus equivalent of the Toyota Yaris Cross, but is it more than that? With a truncated, low-riding version of the Lexus “spindle” grille, the letters apparently stand for “Lexus Breakthrough X(cross)-over”. It’s a Lexus, yes and a crossover, but we’re not sure what makes it a breakthrough. Sitting below the UX, it is the smallest Lexus to date and only the second model to carry a three-letter name, instead of the usual two letters, after the halo LFA supercar from 2011. L was reportedly added to the… Read more

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EXTRA POWER AND FEATURES FOR LATEST BMW M2

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BMW Australia has announced details of the updated version of its M2 Coupe due here in the fourth quarter of 2024. The current (second generation) M2 has been on sale since December 2022 and the upgrade brings increased power and torque, new cockpit design, extra paint choices together with equipment and technology enhancements. As before power comes from a straight-six M TwinPower Turbo engine. Power has been increased from 338 to 353kW with torque up from 550 to 600Nm. Advances have been made with throttle mapping and response in all… Read more

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FORD CUTS PRICES ON ITS EV RANGE

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Ford Australia has joined the trend towards lower EV prices with cuts to its Mustang Mach-E SUV and E-Transit commercial van. Importantly it brings all Ford fully-electric down below the $100,000 barrier. In the case of the three Mustang variants, it’s the second round of savings following earlier cuts from the pre-launch prices. The entry level Mustang Mach-E Select is now priced at $64,990, down $8000 from the previous price. The Higher-spec Mach-E Premium and GT models each drop by $7000 to $79,990 and $97,990 respectively. The E-Transit van gets… Read more

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LATEST HYUNDAI SANTA FE NOW ON SALE

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Hyundai’s fifth-generation mid-sized Santa Fe is now on sale. Hyundai describes the all-new model as being designed around the ‘Open for More’ concept that is characterised by spacious second- and third-row seating, and a roomy, and practical cargo area all made possible by an extended wheelbase, efficient packaging, and an enlarged tailgate opening. It also comes with a Panoramic Curved Display incorporating 12.3-inch digital cluster and infotainment displays, the convenience of Bluelink Connected Car Services and Over-The-Air (OTA) remote software update capability, and a comprehensive SmartSense safety suite. At launch… Read more

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CX-30 HAS BEEN A SALES WINNER FOR MAZDA

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Launched here in late 2020 the Mazda CX-30 is a small-medium SUV that squeezes into the space between the company’s original SUVs, the compact CX-3 and the mid-sized CX-5. Between them, these three vehicles accounted for just over half of total Mazda sales in 2023 and were a major factor in the brand being locked solidly into second place behind Toyota in total sales. CX-30 was given a minor upgrade in late 2023 that included improved connectivity and fuel efficiency, together with a new model grade, the GT SP. The… Read more

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IT’S DOWN TO BUSINESS FOR GENESIS SUPER SEDAN

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Genesis, the opening chapter of the Old Testament, and the titular luxury arm of Hyundai, share a couple of questions: where do they come from and who are they meant for? Answers were given to me by a local Genesis high-up when the South Korean automobile maker set up shop Down Under. He told of an owner of a top-shelf Mercedes-Benz, who did not want his pride and joy to face the day-to-day risks of city and suburban driving, so he settled for a top-notch Genesis for half the price,… Read more

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SPECIAL EDITION BMW M4 CS IS ON ITS WAY

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BMW Australia will complement its high-performance BMW M portfolio with launch of the all-new BMW M4 CS later this year.   The new addition to the line-up combines intelligent lightweight construction with extensive use of carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP), increased engine output, bespoke chassis setup, exclusive design features and a precision-honed specification to deliver an exhilarating performance experience for both road and track and in all weathers. The special edition is powered by an uprated version of the high-revving six-cylinder in-line engine featuring M TwinPower Turbo technology developed for the… Read more

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EV3 WILL BE KIA’S SMALLEST ELECTRIC VEHICLE

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Kia has released teaser images of its upcoming EV3, the brand’s new compact EV SUV. Around the same size as the Seltos SUV, the EV3 will be the 4th and smallest member of Kia’s EV range. Although complete images have yet to be released the EV3 is expected to be very similar to the EV3 Concept shown here at the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show. Expected to sell from around $50k EV3 will take on existing compact SUVs such as the Kia Kona EV, BYD Atto3, GWM Ora and MG… Read more